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Notre Dame continues to hold the edge in the recruitment of five‑star edge rusher Abraham Sesay, who is slated for an official visit this weekend. With top programs like LSU, Duke and Florida State in the mix, the Irish hope the trip will cement his commitment.
With a decision looming in July, Ohio State’s recruiting strategy rests on a high‑profile running back while a backup target has already chosen Florida State, leaving the program at a crossroads.
After four head coaches since 2021, Liberty High School in Baton Rouge appoints Devyn Baker as its latest head coach, sparking optimism amid a demanding schedule and one of Louisiana's toughest Class 5A districts.
After a season that saw him amass 65 receptions for 1,169 yards and 19 touchdowns at IMG Academy, Eric McFarland III narrows his choices to three SEC powers and sets a date for his public commitment.
Notre Dame is intensifying its recruitment of three‑star safety Karnell James, a Texas commit considering an official visit after a Baton Rouge trip, while the program already secures other elite 2027 defensive backs.
LSU secured commitments from elite edge rushers KJ Green and Ahmad Hudson, boosting its 2027 recruiting class and setting the stage for additional visits and commitments.
LSU secures two marquee pledges, propelling its 2027 class up the national rankings and adding depth at running back, edge rusher, tight end, quarterback and athlete.
The Federal Prospects Hockey League announced Matt Pace as the new leader of the Baton Rouge franchise, succeeding Chris Bryniarski and Don Lewis, with a focus on continuity, community engagement, and long‑term growth.
LSU's 2026 football slate is packed with marquee confrontations that arrive early and stretch to the tail end of the season, setting the stage for a year that could swing dramatically in either direction.
Four-star kicker Luke Cody pledged to Alabama, joining a class that already features tight end Michael Nnabuife and several other prospects.
A thrilling finish saw Kentucky’s Ashlinn James and Brianna Wilkins combine for 43 points, with Wilkins’ game-winning layup sealing a 59-57 victory over Indiana. The senior All-Star series will resume Saturday in Indianapolis, while historic rivalries and future SEC storylines loom.
LSU baseball head coach Jay Johnson has added former Gonzaga pitcher Landon Hood, a 2.48 ERA freshman standout, to a bullpen that lost two relievers to the transfer portal.
LSU baseball head coach Jay Johnson has signed former Gonzaga pitcher Landon Hood to address the team's pitching needs after losing key relievers to the transfer portal.
The SEC consistently shatters attendance records, and its stadiums are cultural landmarks where traditions like the cowbell at Mississippi State and the bubble showers at Florida’s Condron Family Ballpark have taken on a life of their own.
The franchise that returned to Baton Rouge in 2023 after a three‑year contract is now under new management, with plans for a rebrand, upgraded arena facilities and priority ticket renewal for former Zydeco season‑ticket holders.
A new professional hockey team is set to debut in Baton Rouge this October, backed by local leadership and community enthusiasm.
The Auburn Tigers face a challenging stretch of games in October, starting with a road match at Georgia before home and away contests against LSU and Ole Miss.
The pledge marks the fourth commitment in three days for Auburn’s football program, underscoring a rapid surge in the Tigers’ recruiting momentum.
LSU Football and NILSU MAX will host a women‑only football clinic on July 30, featuring position meetings, player panels, drills, food, merchandise and ticket options ranging from $200 to $350.
Vanderbilt and Iowa will meet on Nov. 15 in Sioux City, featuring high‑ranked rosters, key players and a schedule that promises early momentum for both programs.
Jalen Brewster, the nation's highest‑rated 2027 recruit, remains committed to Texas Tech but is being courted by LSU, Florida, Indiana and SMU after a key coach left the program.
CBS Sports ranks Auburn’s 2026 midseason slate as the fifth‑toughest, pitting the Tigers against Georgia, Ole Miss and LSU, while Coach Alex Golesh seeks to prove his vision with a roster built around recent USF transfers.
After a four‑year stint that included two national titles, LSU pitcher DJ Primeaux has decided to test the transfer market, joining a wave of roster changes prompted by Coach Jay Johnson’s reshaping of the program.
A look at the top emerging quarterbacks set to shape Louisiana high school football in 2026, their statistical breakthroughs, and the platforms that will broadcast their feats.